Electrician

Amcor•Matthews, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Electrician to join our Maintenance team. This critical role is responsible for the proactive and reactive maintenance of our advanced plastics manufacturing and high-speed film production machinery. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of industrial electrical systems and a proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues to ensure peak operational performance and safety.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED is required.
A minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical repair experience, with a focus on high-speed production equipment, drives, instrumentation, and process controls.
Demonstrated expertise in both electrical and fundamental mechanical systems.
Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex system failures with minimal supervision.
Exceptional ability to interpret and work from technical blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
Experience with a range of production equipment, including extruders, conveyors, and packing systems.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems and equipment, including drives and motors.
Proficient in running and pulling various types of wiring and bending conduit with precision.
Proven experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of Arc Flash safety standards and procedures.

Nice To Haves

A Journeyman certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform corrective and preventive maintenance on complex electrical, mechanical, and process control systems.
Provide expert-level technical support, including on-call availability, to minimize downtime and maintain continuous production flow.
Execute the assembly, disassembly, conversion, and installation of production lines and ancillary equipment. This includes proficiency with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Maintain and service electrical infrastructure, including switch gears, bus ducts, and distribution panels, to ensure reliable power for the entire facility.
Interpret and apply information from intricate electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and engineering blueprints to guide maintenance and repair activities.
Utilize and execute rigorous preventive maintenance schedules to sustain equipment reliability and extend asset lifespan.
Utilize the Maintain X CMMS system to manage and procure essential parts and materials, ensuring proper inventory levels.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)